Business/Commerce, General
Bachelor's degree · Ball State University · Muncie, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Business/Commerce, General at Ball State University earn a median of $46,550 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $68,407 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,204–$94,571). Median debt is $24,025, about 52% of first-year earnings.
Business/Commerce, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $73,170 | — |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $71,100 | $19,500 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $54,860 | $15,488 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $52,467 | $19,727 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $48,238 | $19,949 |
| Indiana University-Southeast New Albany | $47,862 | $18,400 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $46,950 | $20,003 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $43,858 | $20,750 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $43,458 | $22,265 |
| Indiana University-Northwest Gary | $39,957 | $21,500 |
| Holy Cross College Notre Dame | $33,043 | $20,237 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Business/Commerce, General graduates from Ball State University make?
The median salary is $46,550 one year after graduation and $61,775 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,025.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.